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Exo Terra Desert Sand Terrarium Reptile Substrate, Black, 10-lb bag

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  • Natural, real desert sand, no added dyes or chemicals
  • Creates a natural and attractive desert environment that stimulates natural digging and burrowing behavior
  • In the wild, reptiles burrow to hide, sleep and to relieve stress. Exo Terra Substrate provides perfect cover and is an excellent heat conductor.
  • Has been sifted to remove impurities and to obtain a homogenous sand grain size
  • Suitable as egg-laying substrate
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8 Customer Questions

Is it okay for Leopard Geckos?

Answer by Chewy • Sep 19, 2019
This sand may not be the most suitable substrate for leopard geckos as there is a risk of ingestion which could lead to impaction.

How much would I need for a 40 gallon tank?

Answer by Chewy • Jul 24, 2019
We suggest using 1 pound of substrate per gallon, to achieve a 1 inch bed or 2 pounds per gallon, for a 2 inch deep bed. For a 40 gallon tank, this would be 40-80 pounds, depending on the depth needed.

Can this be used in an aquarium safely?

Answer by Chewy • Jun 06, 2018
This sand is for use in a terrarium, it is not recommended for use in an aquarium.

Would this be good for a tarantula

Answer by Chewy • Jan 31, 2021
This sand substrate is not recommended for a tarantula. The best substrate options to allow a tarantula to burrow well would be coco fibre, topsoil, or a peat moss mixture. The most important thing is to ensure that you pack your substrate down hard. This allows your tarantula to construct a burrow a lot easier than if it was loose.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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By Emma on Mar 17, 2025

It’s great

My pet likes it a lot but the bag broke in shipping so some was all over the box but I was able to get it into a large container before anymore spilt out :)

My pet likes it a lot but the bag broke in shipping so some was all over the box but I was able to get it into a large container before anymore spilt out :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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By Linda on Oct 27, 2019

Hammy + sand = love

I really like the sand which is why I keep buying it. My only complaint would be this...I bought the sand twice and my daughter also buys this sand and every time

I really like the sand which is why I keep buying it. My only complaint would be this...I bought the sand twice and my daughter also buys this sand and every time we get it, there are holes in the bag so sand gets on everything else and we also leave a sand trail from the door to where ever we take the box. It would be nice if the sand could be put in a bag before but in the box to help contain all the sand. I pay for a full bag but never get a full bag.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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By Frank on Apr 21, 2019

Great sand

I usually use bagged top soil for my beardie we had some left over red sand so I made a beach strip along the side of her tank she has made it perfectly clear that

I usually use bagged top soil for my beardie we had some left over red sand so I made a beach strip along the side of her tank she has made it perfectly clear that she prefers the sand. They are TEN lb. Bags so u will need one bag for every 10 gallons u are trying to fill. And yes its dusty when it goes down so keep ur pet in a separate enclosure until it settles or blow out the dust. Once it's down I havent experienced any more dusting. Considering to the cost of this product in store and its limited availability well gladly keep ordering it here

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
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By Tamika on Apr 15, 2020

Big hole in the bag

As I received my package not too long ago but today I noticed that there was a hole in the bag because the sand was going through the box itself I was not very happy

As I received my package not too long ago but today I noticed that there was a hole in the bag because the sand was going through the box itself I was not very happy with this because most of the sand in the bag was already gone. It is hard enough to get sand from stores but I didn't think this was going to happen with Chewy.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
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By Mario on Apr 6, 2026

I never received this item!

I felt I should have had the replacement after a week of waiting..I called,.I was told ohh sold out .. I will be refunded.. however this complicated and confused

I felt I should have had the replacement after a week of waiting..I called,.I was told ohh sold out .. I will be refunded.. however this complicated and confused things even more.. and still I wait for a replacement or refund..

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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By Webbster12 on Aug 4, 2016

Great Quality Product!

The sand is very high quality and feels like real sand you would see at the beach or elsewhere. Much better than other sand we've or lurched in the past. The color

The sand is very high quality and feels like real sand you would see at the beach or elsewhere. Much better than other sand we've or lurched in the past. The color is also very nice and complements our terrarium.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By MISLEADING on Feb 18, 2020

FOR LEOPARD GECKO OWNERS AND PROBABLY OTHER REPTILE OWNERS. BE CAREFUL WITH SAND

Sand can cause impaction issues, I know for sure with leopard geckos because they like to lick a lot more than other reptiles. Use coco fiber, carpet, kitchen liners,

Sand can cause impaction issues, I know for sure with leopard geckos because they like to lick a lot more than other reptiles. Use coco fiber, carpet, kitchen liners, anything other than sand. This product is very misleading because it has a leopard gecko right on the product.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By micc1 on Oct 23, 2020

To the person that said don't use sand with reptiles

If your getting it for an animal that does NEED sand get this. Look online with a QUICK google search you will know if you should use sand in that specific animals

If your getting it for an animal that does NEED sand get this. Look online with a QUICK google search you will know if you should use sand in that specific animals enclosure. Im getting it for a bannded skink and a sand fish skink they basicllay swim through the sand or could stay in the sand for a LONG time

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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By Jean on Sep 25, 2024

Nice color, a bit pricey

It's been hard to find a red colored sand without the added calcium. I use it for my hamster's sand bath, so it's important to just be plain sand. I specifically

It's been hard to find a red colored sand without the added calcium. I use it for my hamster's sand bath, so it's important to just be plain sand. I specifically want the red to match her tank's theme. It's a bit pricier than other sands, though.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
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By Phillip on Nov 14, 2025

Bag came ripped and made a mess on the entire box

Horrible packaging and care for the delivery was smushed in the box and had a tear making it get on everything in the box

Horrible packaging and care for the delivery was smushed in the box and had a tear making it get on everything in the box